Summary:
Monaco calls for global action to guarantee a safe and inclusive environment for every child, emphasizing the protection of children’s rights and highlighting initiatives in healthcare, education, and combating child violence.
Full Story:
Monaco is calling for global action to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for every child. A representative from Monaco’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations spoke at the General Debate of the UN General Assembly’s Third Committee, which focuses on social, humanitarian, and cultural issues. The representative highlighted the worsening situation of children’s rights due to prolonged crises and emphasized the need for child protection to remain a global priority. Monaco praised the UN Secretary-General’s reports and initiatives such as the Pact for the Future, the Global Digital Pact, and the Declaration on Future Generations. Monaco successfully advocated for the inclusion of physical education and sports in a quality education that is accessible, safe, inclusive, and equitable for all in the Declaration. Monaco expressed support for children’s health through initiatives like the MEPENDAX clinical trial and organizations like UNICEF and the Gavi Alliance. Monaco also highlighted its successful initiatives in humanitarian work, development cooperation, and support for child education. Actions taken against school bullying, raising awareness of ecology and disabilities in schools, and support for refugee children’s education were acknowledged. Monaco has adopted a law to provide compensation for children who are victims of violence and has renewed agreements with the Council of Europe and the OSCE on combating child trafficking. The representative affirmed Monaco’s commitment to working with the international community to ensure a safe and inclusive future for all children.
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Gouvernement Monaco
